Software Developer 3 (Simulator Engineer)

NOTE :   This position will be based full-time in our Corvallis, OR office location.

POSITION SUMMARY :   This position will be working within the Plant Operations department assisting in the development of the software models that supports the NuScale control room simulator.  This position will work in close collaboration with NuScale operators and engineers to support a range of software development tasks such as updating plant models in accordance with engineering documentation.  Ideal candidate is familiar with the GSE software suite (i.e., SimExec and JTopmeret ), has experience with thermal hydraulic system codes (e.g., RELAP5 and Trace), and has experience with neutronic analysis codes (e.g., Simulate 3 and MCNP).  Additionally, knowledge of electrical systems and ability to model breakers, busses, and electrical devices highly desirable.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• High standard to accurately reflect information from engineering documentation into plant models.
• Supports development, testing and operation of the NuScale control room simulator and other software projects.
• Develops software in accordance with NuScale established procedures and processes to maintain configuration control.
• Documents software defects using issue tracking software.
• Provides recommended solutions when errors are encountered and seeks to identify common cause issues that affect performance of the software solution.
• Provides recommended solutions for problems using professional operational principles and company objectives.
• Works under consultative direction toward long-range goals and objectives.  Collaborates with team members to ensure solutions are vetted and deliverables are of high quality.
• Performs hardware setup and maintenance such as installing computers / monitors and connecting cables.  This may at times require limited travel to other locations outside of Corvallis at company’s expense.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES :   To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.

MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES :

Working knowledge of an integrated development environment such as Visual Studio or Visual Studio Code and a revision control system such as Git is required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer : Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others.  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and / or skills required of all employees in this classification.

NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Pay and Benefits :

The target pay range for this position is $108,908 - $131,441 annually.   The full pay range is $97,642 - $152,722 annually.

At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department.

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